Always Look Your Best.....

“I don't understand how a woman can leave the house without fixing herself up a little - if only out of politeness. 

And then, you never know, maybe that's the day she has a date with destiny.

And it's best to be as pretty as possible for destiny.”
― Coco Chanel

It's Been a While.....

Time just seems to escape me these days.  I have been dying to update this wonderful little place I call my own in cyberspace, but have felt so glum.  I didn't want that to come across in my blog.  It's been a rough start of the school year for my little guy and me. I've  been handed so many lemons, I can make enough lemonade to quench the thirst of the whole USA!

I am a non-confrontational person. But in the same token, I am the type of person who can not stand for anyone, children especially, to be treated unjustly.  So this makes for a terrible mix.  In one instance you don't want to cause waves, but in the other, you are forced to in order to make sure your child is being treated fairly. 

After several therapeutic walks and discussions with a dear friend of mine, I have come to terms with the fact that even though we want to respect a teachers method of teaching and disciplining, if we see it is simply not working for our child, we need to speak up.  Letting things go will only escalate the issue and make it grow like a tumbleweed.  Some teachers may feel threatened by what we have to say, but the same way we have to hear them out, they need to hear us parents out too.  The only way both of us will have a successful school year is by working together. 

I have a second meeting this morning.....wish me luck!

Miss all my blogs!  Can't wait to catch up with everyone!

Wednesday Words of Wisdom

{L*O*V*E*} Bryce Dallas Howard - Kate Spade Autumn 2011

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Wednesday Words of Wisdom

Jealousy is simply and clearly the fear that you do not have value.  Jealousy scans for evidence to prove the point - that others will be preferred and rewarded more than you.  There is only one alternative - self-value.  If you cannot love yourself, you will not believe that you are loved.  You will always think it's a mistake or luck.  Take your eyes off others and turn the scanner within.  Find the seeds of your jealousy, clear the old voices and experiences.  Put all the energy into building your personal and emotional security.  Then you will be the one others envy, and you can remember the pain and reach out to them.  ~Jennifer James

{Tried & L*O*V*E} Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha

Fall is my all time favorite season.... not just because the heat of the summer is a thing of the past, but because of the rich colors, textures, and flavors only the fall can bring us.

Last year, I tried Starbucks Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate and their Toffee latte.  Loved both.  This year they have enhanced their menu with the introduction of the Salted Caramel Mocha.  Of course I was intrigued.  (Remember, I am the one that believes caramel should be a food group!)  Last couple of times the temps were a wee bit too hot to consider anything but a frappachino.  But today was perfect.  I was greeted Sunday afternoon by a brisk fall breeze upon leaving to run errands.   So I knew, this would be the perfect day to try Starbucks new drink.

One word can describe it....*SIGH*.... DELICIOUS!

It had just the right amount of caramel and sea salt to enhance the mocha taste.  It will definitely be a latte on my autumn faves list.

Monday Muse....

* Schools back in session...miss my Lil Diva & Lil Man, but they are loving school so far....

* Had a stressful week dealing with individuals who should have kids safety in mind, but don't.

* Stood my ground, and had the issue corrected... I am, after all, my child's top advocate.

* Loving the cool fall weather....

* Have a full schedule of after school activities....they begin today!

* Enjoyed the weekend with the family at Six Flags Great Adventures...

* Got an amazing deal for season passes for next year, had to jump on it!

* Started walking around the reservoir again with a great new friend.

* Began a new tradition of giving Lil Diva mani's Sunday afternoons.

* Figured I would do the same too.

* So ready for my sushi date with a great friend.

* Looking forward to the week ahead!